POST MATCH: Maroons 1-1 BUL FC

BUL FC secured a valuable point against Maroons, as the two teams played out a thrilling 1-1 draw at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende. Jeromy Kirya scored for BUL FC in the 45+1 minute, capitalizing on a Maroons defensive error set up by Isaac Wagoina. However, Maroons equalized in the 50th minute   through Brian Omirembe.

Jeromy Kirya celebrating after scoring against Maroons

Maroons had early chances, but BUL FC’s goalkeeper Joel Mutakubwa made crucial saves in the 12th and 27th minutes to deny them the lead. Ibrahim Orit came close for BUL FC in the 43rd minute, but his effort went narrowly wide.

Striker Isaac Wagoina in action

In the second half, Maroons’ Muwanda received a red card in the 66th minute for a second bookable offense. BUL FC’s coach Abbey introduced young stars Innocent Rwothomio and Swabir Mpasa in the 82nd minute to boost the attacking line.

The return leg is scheduled for Wednesday at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.

BUL FC starting line up against Maroons

BUL FC Starting Lineup:

Joel Mutakubwa (GK), Hillary Onek, Nicholas Mwere, Walter Ochora (C), Benon Tahomera (Swabir Mpasa), Pascal Ngobi, Jeromy Kirya (Mugulusi), Ibrahim Orit (Tezikya), Reagan Kalyowa (Aprem Martin), Isaac Wagoina, Dickson Mataama (Innocent Rwothomio)

Unused Substitutions:
John Okurut (GK), Sowedi Lwenda, Thomas Ochungo, Bakali Magumda, Fredrick Ngalo, Amos Kirya, and George Kasonko